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TX HB824

Bill

Status

Passed

6/20/2025

Primary Sponsor

Jolanda Jones

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Origin

House of Representatives

89th Legislature Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires the State Board of Education to adopt essential knowledge and skills for civics instruction within the high school government curriculum

  • Mandates instruction on the role of governmental officials at multiple levels: statewide elected officials, county officials, city councilors, and other local governmental officials

  • Requires teaching about Texas voting processes, election laws, and eligibility requirements to run for elected office in the state

  • Includes instruction on Robert's Rules of Order and identifying the elected officials who represent each student at every level of government

  • Applies beginning with the 2025-2026 school year; takes effect immediately with two-thirds vote or September 1, 2025

Legislative Description

Relating to the inclusion of civics instruction in public school government curriculum requirements for high school students.

Education

Last Action

Effective immediately

6/20/2025

Committee Referrals

Education K-165/14/2025
Academic & Career-Oriented Education3/19/2025
Public Education3/5/2025

Full Bill Text

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